Stolen EBT Benefits Happening In Camden County

Officials in Camden County, New Jersey, are warning families about skimming devices that could be stealing EBT card benefits.

Skimming devices were found in stores in Pennsauken and Mt. Ephraim in March. Since then, officials say they have received more than 200 reports of stolen EBT benefits. Commissioner Virginia Betteridge, who is the liaison to the Board of Social Services, stated: “This has been a disturbing trend happening far too often throughout the state and in our community. We are monitoring this situation and want to spread awareness to our residents so that no one will have to deal with this theft.”

Police officials say the most important thing residents can do is to monitor their bank accounts, credit card statements and NJ Families First accounts to watch for any suspicious activity. They are warning citizens to be extra vigilant if they had made any purchases at the Save-A-Lot on Federal St in Pennsauken and the 7-Eleven on W. Kings Highway in Mt. Ephraim.

Once EBT funds have been stolen, they cannot be reimbursed. Cardholders are encouraged to utilize the “lock” function of their cards.

Here’s how to “lock” your EBT card:

• Log into your account on NJFamiliesFirst.com or the ConnectEBT app.
• In the app, tap “lock/unlock card,” online click “lock/unlock card” in the top right corner.
• Select “lock my card everywhere,” in the app of click “submit” on the website.

Once you are ready to use your benefits again, log into the app or website and tap “lock/unlock card.”

Anyone who notices suspicious activity is asked to contact their local police department immediately.

Stolen EBT Benefits Happening In Camden County was originally published on rnbphilly.com